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TUCSON - The Finger Rock Trailhead is home to two of Tucson's most popular hikes. While the Finger Rock and Pontatoc Trails get their fair share of attention, there's a lesser known hike called the Pontatoc Ridge Trail.
TUCSON - The Finger Rock Trailhead is home to two of Tucson's most popular hikes. While the Finger Rock and Pontatoc Trails get their fair share of attention, there's a lesser known hike called the Pontatoc Ridge Trail.
Take a hike with a ranger and enjoy temperatures that are roughly 15° cooler than Tucson.
Take a hike with a ranger and enjoy temperatures that are roughly 15° cooler than Tucson.
TUCSON - Temperatures aren't the only thing rising during the Spring. If history is any indicator, hiker rescues will increase as well.
TUCSON - Temperatures aren't the only thing rising during the Spring. If history is any indicator, hiker rescues will increase as well.
TUCSON - The desert is starting to dazzle. We're "Hittin' the Trails" at a dynamic duo of trails where wildflowers are going to put on a show.
TUCSON - The desert is starting to dazzle. We're "Hittin' the Trails" at a dynamic duo of trails where wildflowers are going to put on a show.
TUCSON - You pass it on the way to Phoenix, but experienced hikers stop to go "Hittin' the Trails".
TUCSON - You pass it on the way to Phoenix, but experienced hikers stop to go "Hittin' the Trails".
MOVE, which stands for "Marana Oro Valley Experience", gives outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike two beautiful mountain ranges in the Marana and Oro Valley area: the Tortolitas and Santa Catalinas.
MOVE, which stands for "Marana Oro Valley Experience", gives outdoor enthusiasts the opportunity to hike two beautiful mountain ranges in the Marana and Oro Valley area: the Tortolitas and Santa Catalinas.
TUCSON - "Hittin' the Trails" has featured some of the hardest hikes in the Old Pueblo. This one may be the most grueling.
TUCSON - "Hittin' the Trails" has featured some of the hardest hikes in the Old Pueblo. This one may be the most grueling.
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument announces ranger-led programs through March 31, 2018.
Organ Pipe Cactus National Monument announces ranger-led programs through March 31, 2018.
The trailhead features a beautiful memorial to Gabe Zimmerman, who was killed during the Tucson tragedy.
The trailhead features a beautiful memorial to Gabe Zimmerman, who was killed during the Tucson tragedy.
Day hikes start and end at the Wild Burro Trailhead near the Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain.
Day hikes start and end at the Wild Burro Trailhead near the Ritz-Carlton Dove Mountain.
Join Arizona State Parks for First Day Hikes, a national effort to kick off the year on a healthy note.
Join Arizona State Parks for First Day Hikes, a national effort to kick off the year on a healthy note.
TUCSON - It's the most wonderful time of the year for a desert hike. "Hittin' the Trails" features a dandy in the Tucson Mountains, dubbed the Brown Mountain Trail.
TUCSON - It's the most wonderful time of the year for a desert hike. "Hittin' the Trails" features a dandy in the Tucson Mountains, dubbed the Brown Mountain Trail.
It's a family-friendly hike, filled with several trails for all skill levels.
It's a family-friendly hike, filled with several trails for all skill levels.
While the trail leads all the way up to the higher grasslands near the Douglas Spring Campground, many opt for the popular moderate hike to a waterfall 3 miles up.
While the trail leads all the way up to the higher grasslands near the Douglas Spring Campground, many opt for the popular moderate hike to a waterfall 3 miles up.
For the third year in a row, Arizona State Parks & Trails and REI are offering free day-use passes to Arizona state parks.
For the third year in a row, Arizona State Parks & Trails and REI are offering free day-use passes to Arizona state parks.
TUCSON - Saguaro National Park is offering bird walks in November and December at both districts.
TUCSON - Saguaro National Park is offering bird walks in November and December at both districts.
TUCSON - Fall colors will soon fade atop Mount Lemmon, so we're "Hittin' the Trails" at other places where the foliage is reaching its peak.
TUCSON - Fall colors will soon fade atop Mount Lemmon, so we're "Hittin' the Trails" at other places where the foliage is reaching its peak.
SUMMERHAVEN – Leaf peeping is reaching its peak atop Mount Lemmon.
SUMMERHAVEN – Leaf peeping is reaching its peak atop Mount Lemmon.
Here is a list of suggested places to leaf peep in the northern part of the state, according to Forest Service officials.
Here is a list of suggested places to leaf peep in the northern part of the state, according to Forest Service officials.
Plan on investing a half day for this desert dandy.
Plan on investing a half day for this desert dandy.
Previously, Tumamoc was closed to the public in the middle of the day, from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Previously, Tumamoc was closed to the public in the middle of the day, from 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
TUCSON - If there's a poster child for a leg-burning, lung-busting hike, it resides in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains.
TUCSON - If there's a poster child for a leg-burning, lung-busting hike, it resides in the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains.
TUCSON - Welcome to southern Arizona's 2nd wildflower season.
TUCSON - Welcome to southern Arizona's 2nd wildflower season.
Much of the 2,000 foot climb from the trailhead to the summit is through an area that has been burned by at least two wildfires.
Much of the 2,000 foot climb from the trailhead to the summit is through an area that has been burned by at least two wildfires.
TUCSON - Water, wildlife & weather make up the three W's when "Hittin' the Trails". Madera Canyon's got all three on a hike fit for the whole family.
TUCSON - Water, wildlife & weather make up the three W's when "Hittin' the Trails". Madera Canyon's got all three on a hike fit for the whole family.
TUCSON - The Monsoon green-up is underway across the Sonoran Desert.
TUCSON - The Monsoon green-up is underway across the Sonoran Desert.
TUCSON - For many who call the Old Pueblo home, Mount Lemmon's Aspen Loop Trail is a favorite.
TUCSON - For many who call the Old Pueblo home, Mount Lemmon's Aspen Loop Trail is a favorite.
Here are some tips to help keep you safe when "Hittin' the Trails".
Here are some tips to help keep you safe when "Hittin' the Trails".
TUCSON - Ask anyone making the trek up Tumamoc Hill. Do it once and you're hooked.
TUCSON - Ask anyone making the trek up Tumamoc Hill. Do it once and you're hooked.
TUCSON - Here comes the heat and retreat to Mount Lemmon, where "Hittin' the Trails" meets the lake life.
TUCSON - Here comes the heat and retreat to Mount Lemmon, where "Hittin' the Trails" meets the lake life.
TUCSON - Its Spanish translation is "the hope trail". For those hoping for a good weekend hike, look no further than the Tucson Mountains.
TUCSON - Its Spanish translation is "the hope trail". For those hoping for a good weekend hike, look no further than the Tucson Mountains.
Besides the fact temperatures are 15° cooler than Tucson, the Super Trail in the Santa Ritas offers a lot for weekend warriors.
Besides the fact temperatures are 15° cooler than Tucson, the Super Trail in the Santa Ritas offers a lot for weekend warriors.
MOUNT LEMMON - A Northern Arizona feel without taking the long drive.
MOUNT LEMMON - A Northern Arizona feel without taking the long drive.
TUCSON - Saguaro National Park East is home to an intricate web of hiking trails. Some take you into the Rincon Mountains. Others, like the trek to Garwood Dam, keep you in the desert.
TUCSON - Saguaro National Park East is home to an intricate web of hiking trails. Some take you into the Rincon Mountains. Others, like the trek to Garwood Dam, keep you in the desert.
TUCSON - Blooms, birds and beautiful scenery abound in the Santa Rita Mountains.
TUCSON - Blooms, birds and beautiful scenery abound in the Santa Rita Mountains.
TUCSON - A leg-burning hike, reaching far back into the Catalina Mountains.
TUCSON - A leg-burning hike, reaching far back into the Catalina Mountains.
TUCSON - "Hittin' the Trails" turns out the lights for a pair of hikes.
TUCSON - "Hittin' the Trails" turns out the lights for a pair of hikes.
If there was a dog heaven on earth, chances are it's nestled between the Catalinas and Rincons.
If there was a dog heaven on earth, chances are it's nestled between the Catalinas and Rincons.
MOVE, which stands for Marana Oro Valley Experience, is sponsored by Summit Hut and gives outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and abilities the opportunity to hike, stroll or trail run two beautiful mountain ranges in the Marana and Oro Valley area: the Tortolitas and Santa Catalinas.
MOVE, which stands for Marana Oro Valley Experience, is sponsored by Summit Hut and gives outdoor enthusiasts of all ages and abilities the opportunity to hike, stroll or trail run two beautiful mountain ranges in the Marana and Oro Valley area: the Tortolitas and Santa Catalinas.
TUCSON - From saguaros to shrubs and scenery, the Tanque Verde Ridge Trail is a perfect match for the ultimate weekend warrior.
TUCSON - From saguaros to shrubs and scenery, the Tanque Verde Ridge Trail is a perfect match for the ultimate weekend warrior.
COCHISE COUNTY - East of the Huachuca Mountains, a river runs through it.
COCHISE COUNTY - East of the Huachuca Mountains, a river runs through it.
TUCSON - A 90s music group once said, "Don't go chasing waterfalls". Hittin' the Trails wants you to throw that wisdom out the window.
TUCSON - A 90s music group once said, "Don't go chasing waterfalls". Hittin' the Trails wants you to throw that wisdom out the window.
TUCSON - Participants explore the wilds of the park and experience the wonders of nature as they are guided by experienced and enthusiastic staff.
TUCSON - Participants explore the wilds of the park and experience the wonders of nature as they are guided by experienced and enthusiastic staff.
MARANA - "Hittin' the Trails" is helping to connect the community with a guided hike. It's part of Saturday's "Beyond" events across Metro Tucson.
MARANA - "Hittin' the Trails" is helping to connect the community with a guided hike. It's part of Saturday's "Beyond" events across Metro Tucson.
TUCSON - Saguaro National Park West will offer a three day Wilderness Camp for young people 11-14 years old December 28-30, 2016.
TUCSON - Saguaro National Park West will offer a three day Wilderness Camp for young people 11-14 years old December 28-30, 2016.
TUCSON - Walking in a Winter wonderland? Be prepared for the elements.
TUCSON - Walking in a Winter wonderland? Be prepared for the elements.
MOUNT LEMMON - Let's take a hike in a winter wonderland.
MOUNT LEMMON - Let's take a hike in a winter wonderland.
The trek along the Ventana Canyon Trail has several wash crossings.
The trek along the Ventana Canyon Trail has several wash crossings.
COCHISE COUNTY — Sandhill cranes have returned to southeastern Arizona and the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s live-streaming camera is again trained on their wintering grounds at Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area.
COCHISE COUNTY — Sandhill cranes have returned to southeastern Arizona and the Arizona Game and Fish Department’s live-streaming camera is again trained on their wintering grounds at Whitewater Draw Wildlife Area.
GRAHAM COUNTY - Everyone's got a hidden hiking gem. A News 4 Tucson viewer shares his in a recent e-mail.
GRAHAM COUNTY - Everyone's got a hidden hiking gem. A News 4 Tucson viewer shares his in a recent e-mail.
TUCSON - Sabino Canyon serves up quite the lung-busting hike for weekend warriors.
TUCSON - Sabino Canyon serves up quite the lung-busting hike for weekend warriors.
TUCSON - Many popular hiking hotspots in the Old Pueblo are waiving entrance fees this Saturday.
TUCSON - Many popular hiking hotspots in the Old Pueblo are waiving entrance fees this Saturday.
TUCSON - At an elevation of 4,000 feet in the Santa Catalina Mountains, the Molino Basin Trail is where the grassland meets the desert.
TUCSON - At an elevation of 4,000 feet in the Santa Catalina Mountains, the Molino Basin Trail is where the grassland meets the desert.
TUCSON - Welcome to southern Arizona's 2nd wildflower season! Here are three Mt. Lemmon spots where the Monsoon bloom is in full swing.
TUCSON - Welcome to southern Arizona's 2nd wildflower season! Here are three Mt. Lemmon spots where the Monsoon bloom is in full swing.
TUCSON - The two districts of Saguaro National Park offer a wide variety of programs this spring as the weather turns warmer and daylight lasts longer.
TUCSON - The two districts of Saguaro National Park offer a wide variety of programs this spring as the weather turns warmer and daylight lasts longer.
TUCSON - Before highways and railways, before pioneers, even before Columbus, the land we know as the United States was truly a vast wilderness. To protect these last remaining areas, Congress created the Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness.
TUCSON - Before highways and railways, before pioneers, even before Columbus, the land we know as the United States was truly a vast wilderness. To protect these last remaining areas, Congress created the Aravaipa Canyon Wilderness.
TUCSON - The 5th annual "Move Across 2 Ranges" gives outdoor enthusiasts of all abilities the opportunity to trail run, hike or stroll two beautiful mountain ranges in the Marana and Oro Valley area, the Tortolita & Catalina Mountain ranges!
TUCSON - The 5th annual "Move Across 2 Ranges" gives outdoor enthusiasts of all abilities the opportunity to trail run, hike or stroll two beautiful mountain ranges in the Marana and Oro Valley area, the Tortolita & Catalina Mountain ranges!
MARANA - Explore the spectacular Tortolita Mountains on a guided hike with our knowledgeable and safety-conscious guides. Guides will lead participants along well maintained trails while talking about the unique features and creatures of the Sonoran Desert.
MARANA - Explore the spectacular Tortolita Mountains on a guided hike with our knowledgeable and safety-conscious guides. Guides will lead participants along well maintained trails while talking about the unique features and creatures of the Sonoran Desert.
TUCSON - "Hittin' the Trails" for a cause on Saturday, March 5th.
TUCSON - There is an abundance of places to see wild birds right in the greater Tucson metro area.
TUCSON - There is an abundance of places to see wild birds right in the greater Tucson metro area.
TUCSON - Coronado National Forest will waive fees at most of its day-use recreation sites Monday, February 15, in honor of Presidents Day.
TUCSON - Saguaro National Park West will offer a three-day Wilderness Camp for young people 10 to 14 years old. The dates for the camp are Thursday, Friday and Saturday, February 25-27.
The "I Hike for Health" program is a hiking challenge you can attempt on your own or with your friends and family.
The Sabino Canyon Volunteer Naturalists will lead a family nature walk at 10:00 a.m. and an outdoor educational display will be set up from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. to promote enjoyment of the outdoors.
TUCSON - At an elevation of 4,600 feet, the hike to Wasson Peak is a leg burner.
Aerial photos have captured odd gatherings of almost 1,400 basking sharks and researchers aren't totally sure what it is the animals are up to.
Aerial photos have captured odd gatherings of almost 1,400 basking sharks and researchers aren't totally sure what it is the animals are up to.
The Sears store at Park Place Mall will close its doors in July.
The Sears store at Park Place Mall will close its doors in July.
"Everything just kind of seemed like a blur that day," Becky Savage said. "Your mind is not really meant to process something that extreme."
"Everything just kind of seemed like a blur that day," Becky Savage said. "Your mind is not really meant to process something that extreme."
Pima County Sheriff's have made an arrest in Thursday's homicide of a 71 year old man in the foothills.
Pima County Sheriff's have made an arrest in Thursday's homicide of a 71 year old man in the foothills.
